05 Sep 1939
Golden Boy
Despite his talent as a musician, a city boy decides to become a boxer. He's successful as a fighter — much to the dismay of his parents. When gangsters try to buy a piece of him, he begins to have second thoughts.
Float Like a Butterfly
Irish Traveller Frances has to fight for the right to pursue her passion... boxing. She is determined to make her idol Muhammad Ali proud, as well as her father who has recently been released from prison. But when she wants to show him just how tough she is, she soon comes to realise he's got other plans for her.
Top Billed Cast
Hazel Doupe Frances
Dara Devaney Michael
Aidan O'Hare Sergeant
Lalor Roddy Grandad Joyce
Hilda Fay Granny Flynn
Johnny Collins Patrick
Jamie Kierans Eamann
Lisa Lambe Margaret
Packy Lee Uncle Joe
Michael Collins Uncle Tommy
Aaron Monaghan Uncle Bobby
Pascal Scott Pa Quinn
Amelie Metcalfe Frances, Age 8
Kate Stanley Brennan Helen
Noelle O'Regan Aunt Nelly
Ciaran Bermingham Farmer
Finny Maguire Pajo
Brendan Conroy Chief Landowner
Pauline Cotter Shopkeeper
Caroline O'Donnell Aunt Rose
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